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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1899

Page

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Fortune Madams Benefactor Embree Trust Deed Noted In Topeka

Wealthy Topeka benefactor Mrs Eliza Chrisman transfers control of her assets to Alaric S Embree as trustee under a detailed five year trust, embracing property on Kansas avenues and numerous blocks. The instrument outlines duties of the trustee to protect, manage rents, pay expenses, and render annual and final accounting, with Embree authorized to secure title, invest funds, and preserve vouchers.

Eliza Chrisman Harriet Street Embree Chrianan Inne Gora Pepie Chrismin Betty Waritubone Doratidas Kamtheve Ae Traktee Topeks Thurslay Dette Apd Reids Skilles Chrieman Alarke & Ambree Stuwsice Kansas Roy Kerate Alario S. Embree Baldier Ertek Harris Atreet Wirdet East Dewine Ray Roy Lovett Mpael Willie

Topeka Trust Dispute Involving Mrs Eliza Chrisman

A Wichita Gazette style report outlines Eliza Chrisman’s troubled estate plans, detailing a beneficiary trust with Dr Embree as trustee, pressures from a supposed cancer note scheme framed by Walter Tulip, and disputed property holdings in Topeka. The piece notes Mrs Chrisman’s charitable aims, intervening family dynamics, and a sizable estate around $180,000 with $1,900 in current claims, plus multiple Topeka properties.

Alaska gold fields blaze in Cape Nome rush reports

Seaboard steamer Alliance arrives from St Michael Alaska with news of Klondike style gold discoveries. Reports claim rich ground in a 35 mile square area near Cape Nome, with high claim values, heavy competition, and many miners flocking from St Michael. Deaths and scurvy cases noted among Cape Nome party. Also legal note from Bo, July 14 about Continental outfit business restrictions.

Seatide Wash Alliance St- Michart Alaska Yukon Cape Nurs Gabe Priey Lewis Lane Angieres Lane Dy Kitteleon St Michael Dawson St Michard Cape Nome Poltowinge Dne Fauernin Nuynard Greteau Garr Burke Save Burke Holroke Moss Dr. Brishem Carrana Lee St. Michael

Ingalls Enigma Deepens in First District Race

Doubt shadows candidacy as Ingalls dodges questions on running for Congress. Fixers fret, Curtis and Batley supporters say he is pledged to Curtis. Atchison Globe favors Taenus, while insiders discuss whether Ingalls will enter to contest the First district seat.

Joan J. Ta- Gulla In- Falls Dowteen Congress Charlie Curtin Mr. Ingalls Curtis Batley Ingalls Himeelf Rhawnes Suyioe Anay Coveteas Hese Atchison Globe Whic Ate Gendle Taenus Tagalts Firat Slubware County Eeubon Ingle Tapeka Wiater Halley Broderick Unis County Ingalis Ingalie Washiteton Inaedis Tigalls Ide Dartis’ Price Cyrus Leland Kansas Deland Seto R Hinach Leland Eise Logells

Choctaw Murderer Walks Aboard in Goodland Dispatch

A Kansas City dispatch reports William Going, alias Walks, the Choctaw accused killer, may have been misled to end his escape. The note from Goodland indicates an apparent endgame in the pursuit, with authorities adjusting plans as details emerge.

Walla Tonka Kansas City Times Goodland William Going

Political Struggle Ties Ingle to Shawnee for Curtis

Kansas politicking blends with tribal loyalties as Ingle gains Shawnee support for his bid, while foes warn of a fall from grace if Curtis backers desert. Rumors swirl of rival deals with Leeland and Deland, as Roaring political ambitions collide with factional pressure and secret alliances across First District lines. A Choctaw execution story and unrelated notices close the segment.

Political Woes Read Senator Baker’s Patronage Losses

Widespread critique focuses on Senator Baker’s handling of patronage and appointments. Harris’s influence allegedly secured three army posts for allies, while Baker’s supporters argue Republicans must control patronage to complete the national program. The dispute centers on appointments like Coronel Mandelsdorf and Leavenworth warden, triggering factional clash among Kansas Republicans.

Kanmi United States Lucien Faker Baker Ix Harris Joneress Wise de Abcure Haker Charles Philips Holton Twenty-second Kansas ViGeorge RR Crawford Manhattan Wenty-Second Eimiiar J. R. Burton Baker Perporas Taker Ponfir Cunningham Nebraska Cunninghim Renatir Baker Ro Mandelsdorf Internal Revenue Department Tiinnis Mancetsdorf Slieeust Fkonsus Rew Mutcingebres Federal Lravenfarth Him Simpson of McPherson Washington Ar. Baker Leavenword Baker Bax Senate

Penitentiary to be inspected for repairs and funds

J B Tomlinson warden presided as executive council met to arrange for the state mine inspector to review the penitentiary end process. Repairs tied to financial transactions and school fund bonis will fund a twine plant, opening for business October 1.

J.B. Tomlinson State Penitentiary Executive Council Dewil Mece

Twentieth Kansas May Not Get Home Till Fall

Governor Stanley inquired about the Twentieth Kansas departure from the Philippines. Secretary Alger informed the governor the unit was near the last arriving in Manila and would likely depart around September 1. A later message noted the regiment as the fourth to leave, with no fixed departure day.

Kaness Stanley Kansas Philippines A. Alger Manila Martin

New Charters Authorized For Several Kansas Enterprises

The state charter board approved articles of incorporation for multiple ventures. Harvest Home Picnic Association of May Day Riley county. Commercial and Farmers' Association of Everest Brown county capital stock 100. Hanlin Mercantile Company of Newton Harvey county capital stock 350000. Directors named for each entity include L J Hrethour M Edgerton G M Osbourn Adam Hornlivers Henry Sehisrinhusen Ota Schurinhausan Fred Hochgrate Louis Lasolens Jamept Hernay Aldet-yerest and SA Vanlin Ince MM Hanlin J B Olinger Anna O Beachy C M Beachy.

State Charter Board Harvest Home Picnic Association May Day Riley County Home Lst L. J. Hrethour M. Edgerton G. M. Osbourn Commercial and Farmers’ Association of Everest Brown County Capital Stock Adam ‘Hornlivers Henry Sehisrinhusen Ota Schurinhausan Fred Hochgrate Louis Lasolens Jamept Hernay, Aldet-2y Erest Hanlin Mercantile Company of Newton Harvey County Capital SA Vanlin, Ince MM Hanlin J. B. Olinger Anna O. Beachy C. M. Beachy

Dewey in a Hurry Arrives in New York

New York dispatch reports Admiral Dewey arriving on the Olympia at 4 PM He is in good health and declines a Bosphorus invitation to remain with the fleet as he eagerly intends to reach New York soon The Olympia is set to proceed to Trieste for a brief stop before heading home to America

New York Port United States Olympia Dewey Stralxs Constantinople Bosphorun Wilks Trieste America

Dewey Reports Naval Quarantine and Voyage Plan

Secretary Long forwards a cable from Admiral Dewey from Washington July 14. Dewey states voluntary quarantine will proceed to Trieste for pratique and recovery of officers and men. Health remains sound since departure from Bowke Kang and no changes reported.

Washington Long Admiral Dewey rPort Sal Wasington Olympia Triete Dewey Bowe Kang Mediterranean

Loss to Whitney Fire Destroys Stock and Buildings

A July 4 blaze at the Whitney estate in Westbury Lowland destroyed the country home and several barns. Firefighters, led by volunteer Siemen, drove flames from the house. Estimated losses range from 8 to 70 thousand dollars, including twenty horses and Mr Whitney's prized stock.

York C. Whitney Weetbury Am Wan Yue Burnisloe Siemen St.8 Mr. Whitney Tate

Pingree Plans Special Session for Municipal Railways Plan

July 4 report from Michigan states Governor Pingree will push a special legislative session to enable a constitutional amendment allowing Detroit to own street railways. A municipal street railway company seeks 2 cent fares with transfers, amid civic pressure and opposition from opponents of the plan.

Ortrait Mich Pingres Detroit Clos Ciunkeliar Pingree Nim Heliwar Company Mingres Unew Common Council

Back to Old Home Prince Wins Transmissions Exposition Awards

Alvert Prince the renowned whistler and mandolin player from Minnesota returned to Topeka after winning two gold medals at the Transmissions Exposition. Known as the warlike musician he has toured 18 states. He will perform at a Throop hotel this evening aided by his companion Dit who plays the guline MP. Grasshoppers reported near Rolla North Dakota delaying grain markets in Minneapolis. In Omaha a district court affirmed the city ordinance taxing railroad ticket scalpers with bond requirements.

Woloek Ankebhem Staton Didge M Thomas Tulsa Alkohl Anil United States Iiestol South McAlister Aheriff Jude Fulillew Lima Lie Liha Collet Boone Chay Alvert Prince Wan Nour Prince Tonela Omaha Baker District Court Today

Rain of Flowers as They March Through the Streets of San Francisco

San Francisco on July 14 staged a jubilant parade honoring Manila veterans. Crowds lined the route to cheer Major Nobje and the Third Artillery, with Governor Geer of Oregon and Brigadier General Rumser in attendance. Spectators showered the marchers with crackers and cheers as the procession passed the Presidio, where troops prepared for later muster and training before deployment.

San Francisco Philippines California Signal Corps Nobje Gove Ner Oregon Rumser Wuesty Phind Mate Kel Kearney Gary Clmline

Explosions Reported Across Barcelona on July 14

Four devices exploded in different parts of the city causing no structural damage but sparking public alarm and intense reaction. Authorities cautioned residents as police labeled the incidents as unknown and connected to a series of outrages.

Barcelona

Indian Defiant Trial Baffles Bucks and Wythe Army

A chaotic report describes an Indian defiant confrontation involving Buck Wyoming and Amos Deminng acting as deputy near Converne county. The scene includes a Wednesday warrant, a lauded Indian resistance, a pursuit spanning over sixty miles, charges of fealty and conspiracy, and a firebomb incident tied to a Titian in a distant area. Names such as William Brack and Weleverst appear, with references to a force and local authorities.

Swife Bear Buck Wyoming Amos Deminng Aneettt Converne Enunty Vnal Aries Indiana Bakmeant Aithauan William Brack

Lowry Exonerated and Ousted by Missouri Dental Association

Missouri voters acquitted Dr Lowry on charges related to breach of promise and court disputes. The Missouri State Dental Association pushed to expel him after a January trial, with 50 to 18 vote indicating support for his removal.

Missouri Dental Association Kansas City Missouri Sidte Dental Avon Savanet Savane Martha Srl Lower Mise Smith Lowry

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